The Extirpation of Idolatry in Peru

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pp. 192, “Long recognized as a classic account of the early Spanish efforts to convert the Indians of Peru, Father De Arriaga’s book, originally published in 1621, has become comparatively rare even in its Spanish editions. This translation now makes available for the first time in English a unique record of the customs and religious practices that prevailed after the Spanish conquest. In his book, which was designed as a manual for the rooting out of paganism, De Arriaga sets down plainly and methodical”

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ISBN 0813152941
ISBN13 9780813152943
Number of pages 192
Original Title The Extirpation of Idolatry in Peru
Published Date 2014
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition Dustjacket sl/worn and corner-clipped
Binding Hardcover
Size 8vo
Place of Publication Kentucky
Edition First edition
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pp. 192, “Long recognized as a classic account of the early Spanish efforts to convert the Indians of Peru, Father De Arriaga’s book, originally published in 1621, has become comparatively rare even in its Spanish editions. This translation now makes available for the first time in English a unique record of the customs and religious practices that prevailed after the Spanish conquest. In his book, which was designed as a manual for the rooting out of paganism, De Arriaga sets down plainly and methodical”

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Weight 1 kg